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FX09 XRV

2009 Mercedes-benz C

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2022
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

144,003 mi
Last recorded144,003 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2021
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz C79,363 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX09 XRV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2021 144,003 miles

Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint has slight play n/s & o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2020 247,465 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2020 247,243 miles

Emissions not tested excessive smoke (8.2.2.2 (e))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear of wheel arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear of wheel arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Jun 2019 228,151 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2018 210,136 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 194,023 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 169,028 miles
Fail 3 May 2016 169,028 miles

Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 7 Mar 2015 151,694 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 138,400 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2013 131,031 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 31 May 2013 125,158 miles

n/s rear tyre on wear bars

Pass 8 Mar 2012 95,958 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2012 93,506 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz C?

Based on 8,031,355 MOT tests across 683,668 vehicles.

77.6%
Pass Rate
6,412
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
683,668
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 240,078
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 76,831
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 67,503
Brake pipe excessively corroded 66,298
coil spring broken 61,560
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FX09 XRV is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2009 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.0% with a typical mileage of 79,363 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz C fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 240,078 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FX09 XRV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz C typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 17 years old, this Mercedes-benz C is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FX09 XRV registered?

FX09 XRV is a 2009 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 2 March 2009.

Is FX09 XRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX09 XRV shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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